rockin' salsa

Ingredients

• Servings: 8
• 1 red onion, chopped
• 1 white onion, chopped
• 1 yellow onion, chopped
• 6 pounds fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 banana peppers, chopped
• 3 green bell peppers, chopped
• 3 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
• 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 8 pint canning jars with lids and rings

Recipe

Preparation Time: 45 mins Cook Time: 3 hrs 20 mins

Ready Time: 6 hrs 5 mins


• combine red onion, white onion, yellow onion, tomatoes, banana peppers, green peppers, tomato paste, white vinegar, garlic powder, salt, cayenne pepper, cumin, brown sugar, and white sugar in a large pot. simmer until thick, about 3 hours.
• sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes. pack the salsa into the hot, sterilized jars, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top. run a knife or a thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air . wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue. top with lids, and screw on rings.
• place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water. bring to a boil over high heat, then carefully lower the jars into the pot using a holder. leave a 2 inch space between the jars. pour in more boiling water if necessary until the water level is at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars. bring the water to a full boil, cover the pot, and process for 10 to 15 minutes.
• remove the jars from the stockpot and place a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool. once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all). refrigerate after opening.